Sophie founded Music & Gigs because she saw a gap and decided to fill it. She leads all editorial direction, has interviewed the likes of Lewis Capaldi, Pale Waves, and Tom Grennan, and has a reputation for spotting great artists early. Writer, photographer, designer — Sophie wears a lot of hats, but the thread running through all of it is the same: a lifelong obsession with music and the people who make it.
Concert
Mumford & Sons Are Bringing Prizefighter to NZ
The British folk-rock icons have announced their Prizefighter Tour with one New Zealand stop only, and yes, it’s a full-blown arena show...
Live Reviews
Lewis Capaldi’s Auckland Return Was Raw, Hilarious, and Utterly Unforgettable
★★★★★
There’s something about a Lewis Capaldi show that just stays with you. And last night in Auckland, that something hit...
Lists
BBC Radio 1’s Sound of 2026 Longlist Is Here — And The Future Looks Wildly Talented
Every year, BBC Radio 1 drops a list that turns heads, shifts playlists, and subtly defines what the next 12...
Artist Spotlight
Unveiling the Phenomenon: Who is Fred Again..?
In 2025, he kept the momentum going with new singles including Victory Lap (with Skepta and PlaqueBoyMax) and the shimmering Air Maxes, both...
Festival
Tramlines 2026 Is Already Breaking Records: Here’s Who’s Playing Hillsborough Park
This year’s headliners read like a festival dream team: Fatboy Slim kicks things off on Friday with a main stage...
Album Reviews
Ed Sheeran’s Deluxe Edition of Play Is a Deep Dive Into His Most Personal Era Yet
If you thought Play was just another chapter in Sheeran’s prolific discography, think again. This deluxe version features five brand-new songs and 14 bonus tracks that...
Concert
Leon Thomas Reschedules 2026 Australian Tour and Adds First-Ever NZ Show
Leon Thomas’ Mutts Don’t Heel tour has a new leash on life, and it’s heading to Aotearoa for the first time. Originally...
Concert
Dermot Kennedy Announces 2026 UK & Europe Arena Tour, Including London’s O2
The multi-platinum Irish singer-songwriter will play six UK arena shows as part of the tour, following an already sold-out two-night...